Competition
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The Competition trim is a sport-focused variant of the A6 L, featuring enhanced performance characteristics, sport-tuned suspension, and distinctive exterior styling. This trim is designed for enthusiasts who prioritize handling and responsiveness while enjoying the luxury of the A6.
Hierarchy Order
5
Registered Cars
1
Base Model?
No
Generation
Audi A6 L
Model
Audi A6
Brand
Audi
Performance
3.0L V6 TFSI Engine
The Audi A6 L Competition is equipped with a powerful 3.0-liter V6 TFSI engine, delivering 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. This engine features a supercharger, allowing for rapid acceleration and smooth power delivery. Compared to its competitors, the A6 L Competition offers a perfect blend of performance and efficiency, making it an excellent choice for those seeking sportiness without sacrificing comfort.
Quattro All-Wheel Drive
Equipped with Audi's renowned Quattro all-wheel drive system, the A6 L Competition ensures superior traction and stability in various driving conditions. This feature enhances handling and cornering capabilities, providing confidence on both wet and dry roads. Compared to other trims and competitors, Quattro stands out, especially in inclement weather, making it a key feature for performance-oriented drivers.
Dynamic Steering
Dynamic steering in the A6 L Competition adjusts the steering ratio based on vehicle speed, enhancing responsiveness during high-speed maneuvers and providing a more relaxed feel at lower speeds. This feature offers a significant improvement over traditional steering systems, allowing for a more engaging driving experience, particularly in sporty driving scenarios.
Sport Differential
The sport differential on the A6 L Competition actively distributes power between the rear wheels to optimize traction and cornering stability. This feature enhances the car's agility and handling characteristics, especially during aggressive driving. Compared to standard differentials, the sport differential offers a more dynamic driving experience, making it a standout feature in this trim level.
Enhanced Brake Cooling System
The Audi A6 L Competition features an enhanced brake cooling system that optimizes performance during high-speed driving and track conditions. This system improves brake performance by directing airflow to the brake components, reducing overheating and ensuring consistent stopping power. Compared to standard brake systems in rival trims, this feature provides superior durability and responsiveness, making it ideal for enthusiasts who prioritize performance.
Comfort
Adaptive Air Suspension
The A6 L Competition features an adaptive air suspension system that adjusts the ride height and firmness based on driving conditions and preferences. This technology provides a smooth, comfortable ride while also enhancing handling dynamics. Compared to standard suspension systems in other trims, the adaptive air suspension allows for a more tailored driving experience, making it ideal for both city cruising and spirited driving.
Sport Seats with Integrated Headrests
The sport seats in the A6 L Competition feature integrated headrests and enhanced side bolstering for improved comfort and support during spirited driving. These seats are designed to hold occupants securely in place while also providing a luxurious feel. Compared to standard seats in lower trims, the sport seats enhance both the comfort and aesthetic appeal of the interior.
Ambient Lighting Package
The ambient lighting package enhances the interior atmosphere of the A6 L Competition with customizable LED lighting accents throughout the cabin. This feature allows drivers to select from multiple colors and intensities to create a personalized environment. Unlike standard lighting in other trims, this package adds a luxurious touch, improving both aesthetics and ambiance, especially during nighttime driving.
4-Zone Automatic Climate Control
The Audi A6 L Competition features a sophisticated 4-zone automatic climate control system, allowing individual temperature settings for the driver, front passenger, and rear passengers. This system ensures optimal comfort for all occupants, with air distribution tailored to each zone. Compared to standard dual-zone systems in other trims, this feature enhances passenger comfort significantly, making long journeys more pleasant.
Ambient Air Quality Package
This package includes advanced air quality control features such as a cabin air filter and an ionizer that helps to purify the air inside the vehicle. This not only enhances comfort for passengers but also contributes to overall health and well-being during journeys. Compared to standard air conditioning systems, this feature provides a more pleasant and refreshing cabin atmosphere.
Interior
Valcona Leather Upholstery
The interior of the A6 L Competition boasts premium Valcona leather upholstery, which is not only luxurious but also durable. This high-quality leather provides a refined aesthetic and comfort, enhancing the overall driving experience. Compared to lower trims, the Valcona leather adds an upscale touch that appeals to discerning buyers.
Carbon Fiber Interior Trim
The A6 L Competition offers an optional carbon fiber interior trim that elevates the cabin's aesthetics with a sportier and more luxurious feel. This lightweight material not only enhances visual appeal but also reduces overall weight, contributing to improved performance. It contrasts beautifully with the Valcona leather upholstery, setting the trim apart from less premium options in the lineup, which typically feature wood or plastic finishes.
Nappa Leather Upholstery
The interior of the A6 L Competition features Nappa leather upholstery, which is softer and more luxurious than standard leather. This high-quality material is not only visually appealing but also provides a superior tactile experience. The combination of comfort and elegance sets it apart from competitors in its class, making the driving experience more enjoyable.
Extended Leather Package
The Extended Leather Package in the A6 L Competition enriches the interior with high-quality leather upholstery that covers additional surfaces beyond the standard trim. This includes the dashboard, door panels, and armrests, creating a luxurious feel throughout the cabin. This feature elevates the interior ambiance compared to lower trims, which may feature leather only on the seating surfaces, providing a more cohesive and upscale look.
Exclusive Competition Badging
The interior of the A6 L Competition is adorned with exclusive Competition badging that signifies its unique trim level. These badges are strategically placed on the dashboard and door sills, adding a touch of exclusivity and luxury that distinguishes it from other A6 trims. This feature enhances the overall aesthetic appeal and pride of ownership.
Entertainment
Bowers & Wilkins 3D Sound System
The A6 L Competition offers an optional Bowers & Wilkins 3D sound system, featuring 19 speakers and 1,400 watts of power. This premium audio system delivers immersive sound quality, making it superior to standard audio systems in other trims. The extensive speaker array and advanced sound processing technology provide a concert-like experience for all passengers.
Technology
Virtual Cockpit
The Audi Virtual Cockpit replaces traditional dials with a customizable 12.3-inch digital display, providing essential information in a clear and engaging format. This feature allows drivers to switch between various views, including navigation maps and performance metrics. Compared to standard instrument clusters, the Virtual Cockpit enhances driver engagement and offers a modern touch to the cabin.
Head-Up Display
The head-up display (HUD) projects essential driving information directly onto the windshield, allowing drivers to stay informed without taking their eyes off the road. This feature includes navigation directions, speed, and driver assistance alerts, enhancing situational awareness. Compared to traditional instrument clusters, the HUD provides a more intuitive and less distracting way to access information, especially during high-speed maneuvers.
Navigation System with MMI Touch Response
The Audi A6 L Competition includes an advanced navigation system integrated with MMI Touch Response, providing intuitive controls and real-time traffic updates. The system features a high-resolution display and voice recognition for hands-free operation. Compared to other trims, the navigation system offers enhanced graphics and quicker route calculations, making it easier to navigate unfamiliar areas.
Head-Up Display with Navigation Projection
The advanced Head-Up Display in the A6 L Competition projects critical driving information, including navigation directions, speed, and driver assistance alerts, directly onto the windshield. This feature allows drivers to keep their eyes on the road, enhancing safety and convenience. Compared to traditional dashboard displays, the Head-Up Display minimizes distraction and provides intuitive access to vital information, making it a standout feature in this trim.
Upgraded Navigation with 3D Mapping
The upgraded navigation system in the Audi A6 L Competition includes 3D mapping capabilities, offering a more realistic view of the driving environment. This feature enhances route planning and allows for easier identification of landmarks, making navigation more intuitive and user-friendly. Compared to standard navigation systems, 3D mapping provides a superior visual experience and improved situational awareness for drivers.
Safety
Driver Assistance Package
The optional Driver Assistance Package includes advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and traffic jam assist. These technologies work together to enhance safety and convenience on the road, making the A6 L Competition one of the leaders in its class for driver assistance technologies when compared to competitors.
Traffic Jam Assist
Traffic Jam Assist is an advanced driver assistance feature that helps manage stop-and-go traffic situations. It combines adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping assistance to reduce driver fatigue in congested conditions. This feature stands out in the A6 L Competition as it can automatically adjust speed and steering within certain limits, making it more sophisticated than similar systems in competing models, enhancing overall safety and convenience.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert is a safety feature that warns drivers of approaching vehicles while reversing out of parking spaces. Utilizing sensors, it alerts the driver with visual and auditory signals, enhancing awareness and reducing the risk of accidents. Compared to basic rearview cameras found in lower trims, this feature adds an extra layer of safety, particularly in busy parking lots.
Adaptive Cruise Control
The adaptive cruise control system in the Audi A6 L Competition automatically adjusts the vehicle's speed to maintain a safe distance from the car ahead. This feature enhances driving comfort and safety during long drives or in heavy traffic. It surpasses traditional cruise control by integrating radar and cameras to monitor traffic conditions, ensuring a more responsive and safer driving experience.
Front and Rear Parking Sensors
Equipped with front and rear parking sensors, the Audi A6 L Competition offers additional safety during low-speed maneuvers. These sensors provide audible alerts to help the driver avoid obstacles while parking. This feature enhances convenience and safety compared to models lacking such technology, making parking in tight spaces simpler and more secure.
Exterior
Matrix LED Headlights
The A6 L Competition features Matrix LED headlights that provide improved visibility and safety at night. These headlights automatically adjust their beams to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic while illuminating the road ahead effectively. Compared to traditional halogen or LED headlights, Matrix LED technology represents a significant advancement in automotive lighting.
Matrix LED Taillights
The Matrix LED taillights on the Audi A6 L Competition provide improved visibility and safety by illuminating the road more effectively than traditional taillights. These advanced lights adapt to driving conditions and can create dynamic light patterns, enhancing the vehicle's presence on the road. They are part of the A6's distinctive lighting design, setting it apart from competitors' offerings.
Headlight Cleaning System
The headlight cleaning system is designed to maintain optimum visibility by automatically cleaning the headlights when needed. This feature is particularly beneficial in adverse weather conditions or on dirty roads, ensuring that the Matrix LED headlights perform at their best. Unlike some competitors, the A6 L Competition integrates this system seamlessly into its exterior design.
Dynamic LED Turn Signals
The Audi A6 L Competition features dynamic LED turn signals that provide a visually striking indication of lane changes or turns. These lights illuminate in a sweeping motion, enhancing visibility for other drivers and adding a modern touch to the vehicle's aesthetic. Compared to traditional turn signals, dynamic LEDs are not only more noticeable but also consume less power, contributing to the vehicle's overall efficiency.
S Line Exterior Package
The S Line Exterior Package adds a sporty edge to the Audi A6 L Competition with distinctive design elements such as a more aggressive front bumper, side skirts, and a rear diffuser. This package enhances the visual appeal of the vehicle while also improving aerodynamics. Compared to standard trims, the S Line package gives the A6 L Competition a more athletic stance, emphasizing its performance-oriented character.
Convenience
Power Rear Window Sunshade
The power rear window sunshade is designed to provide additional comfort and privacy for rear passengers by blocking out sunlight when desired. This feature can be easily activated at the touch of a button, making it convenient for passengers to adjust light exposure. This is a useful addition compared to standard configurations in other trims that may lack this feature, offering a more refined experience for occupants.
Wireless Charging Pad
The A6 L Competition comes with a wireless charging pad that allows compatible smartphones to charge without the need for cables. This feature enhances convenience for users, providing a clutter-free environment within the cabin. Unlike standard charging solutions in other trims, this pad is positioned for easy access and aligns with the high-tech image of the A6 L, making it a practical addition for tech-savvy drivers.
Power Adjustable Steering Column
The power adjustable steering column allows drivers to customize their steering wheel position with ease. This feature enhances driving comfort by enabling adjustments for height and reach, ensuring an ergonomic driving position. Unlike manual adjustments found in some competitor models, this power feature provides a more user-friendly experience.
Advanced Key with Sensor
The Advanced Key with sensor technology allows for keyless entry and ignition, enhancing convenience for drivers. With this feature, the car can be unlocked and started without the need to physically access the key fob, provided it is within proximity. This technology contrasts with standard key systems that require manual operation, making it more user-friendly.
Power Soft-Close Doors
The Audi A6 L Competition is equipped with power soft-close doors that ensure the doors close securely with a gentle pull. This feature enhances the overall luxury feel by providing a seamless closing experience, preventing door slams. Compared to traditional manual doors, this feature adds an extra touch of sophistication and convenience.
Engine And Performance
Engine Type
V6
Engine Displacement
2,995 cc
Cylinders
6
Horsepower
444
Torque
443
Performance Metrics
Top Speed
155.0 km/h
Zero To Sixty
4.4 sec
Quarter Mile Time
12.9 sec
Exterior Dimensions
Length
196.5 mm
Width
74.3 mm
Height
56.0 mm
Wheelbase
115.0 mm
Ground Clearance
5.5 mm
Interior And Capacity
Seating Capacity
5
Curb Weight
4,200.0 kg
Cargo Volume 4door
13.0 L
Capability
Towing Capacity
4,400.0 kg
Other Specifications
Drive Train Type
AWD
Petroleum Consumption Primary
N/A
Petroleum Consumption Secondary
N/A
Charging Time 120v
N/A
Charging Time 240v
N/A
Drivetrain
Transmission Gears
7
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission Description
Automatic
Safety
Safety Rating
5-Star NHTSA
Pricing And Value
Msrp
$75,000.00
Depreciation Curve
[[1, 0.85], [2, 0.75], [3, 0.65], [4, 0.55], [5, 0.5]]
Estimated Cost Of Ownership
$60,000.00
Emissions
Emissions Rating
Euro 6
Co2 Primary
180.0 g/km
Basic Information
Region
N/A
Model Year
N/A
Fuel Economy And Range
City Mpg Primary
20.0 mpg
City Electricity Consumption
N/A
Combined Mpg Primary Exact
23.0 mpg
Highway Mpg Primary Exact
28.0 mpg
Range Primary
N/A